The Baggage Reclaim Sessions

In a reflective milestone, the host dives into the complexities of change and personal growth. Through personal anecdotes, listeners are encouraged to embrace their true selves amid inevitable transformations. The discussion highlights the importance of adaptability and letting go, showcasing how these elements foster self-discovery. Engaging with the audience, the conversation also underscores the value of approaching life with love and respect.

Explore the dynamics of bare-minimum relationships and how they can impact emotional health. Discover why initial efforts from partners often dwindle over time. Dive into the dissatisfaction that comes from accepting less than you deserve and learn to challenge your beliefs about self-worth. This engaging discussion encourages seeking more fulfilling connections, steering you away from settling for mediocrity.

In the first episode of 2022, Natalie shares her ideas about what self-esteem is and why we don't need to overcomplicate things when we decide to 'improve' our relationship with ourselves.    Instagram | Break The Cycle Online Course | Blog | Shop

Natalie opens up about her unexpected journey into therapy during the pandemic, contrasting it with a past negative experience. She dives into the importance of healing, touching on family dynamics, particularly a child's struggle with anxiety. The discussion flirts with inner criticism and celebrates self-kindness as essential tools for emotional growth. With an eye on the future, she reflects on her health challenges and the significance of reconnection, leaving listeners with a heartfelt gratitude for their support.

Natalie delves into what's going on when we try to find out whether someone we've just met (or have only just started a relationship with) is emotionally available.  Instagram | Break The Cycle Online Course | Blog | Shop

Why might we be able to debate and have disagreements at work or in certain situations but panic and shut down or become defensive with loved ones? Natalie delves into why we feel threatened by disagreement and difference and how to start breaking the habit.  Instagram | Break The Cycle Online Course | Blog | Shop

With the 20:20 vision of hindsight, we often recognise our blessings in disguise. But at the time, whatever we're going through can suck, and Natalie talks about the importance of allowing ourselves to feel instead of bypassing our feelings and forcing ourselves to be 'grateful' or look on the bright side.  Instagram | Break The Cycle Online Course | Blog | Shop

In this engaging discussion, Natalie shares her insightful journey towards recognizing and relinquishing the burden of other people's emotional baggage. Highlighting the importance of setting boundaries, she delves into how personal history shapes our relationships. The conversation touches on empathy's role in understanding conflicts and navigating familial influences. Listeners learn to acknowledge their own baggage while fostering healthier, mindful connections with others, marked by deeper self-awareness and emotional clarity.

Natalie explains why learning to be unconditionally obedient skewed our perception of negative consequences and why it's time to update our thinking so that we stop scaring ourselves out of taking care of us.  Instagram | Break The Cycle Online Course | Blog | Shop    

In this episode, speaker Natalie dives into the pressures of always being seen as the strong or supportive one. She highlights how this role can often lead to neglecting one's own needs. Natalie encourages listeners to embrace vulnerability, stressing that asking for help is a sign of strength, not weakness. She discusses the emotional toll of maintaining this facade in relationships while advocating for interdependence and genuine connection. It's a heartfelt reminder that everyone deserves support.